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Sanibel, Florida is a city located on Sanibel Island in Lee County. As of the 2020 census, the population is approximately 6,382. The island is accessible via the Sanibel Causeway, which connects it to the mainland. Major roads include Periwinkle Way, which is the main thoroughfare, and Sanibel-Captiva Road, which leads to the neighboring Captiva Island. Sanibel has a rich history, originally inhabited by the Calusa Indians. It was later explored by Spanish explorers in the early 16th century. The island became a popular destination in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for its shelling beaches and wildlife refuges. The J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge is a significant landmark, protecting over 6,400 acres of mangrove forest and marshes. Sanibel is also known for its strict building codes, which help preserve its natural environment and limit commercial development.